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Why do Jews believe in the Messiah?
The Jewish concept of the Messiah revolves around redemption and the Messianic age. According to Jewish belief, the world is in a process of achieving its purpose, as implied by God's creation of the world. Belief in the Jewish Messiah involves faith in God, the Jewish people, and humanity's capacity for improvement and progress. The Messiah in Judaism, as described by Maimonides, is a human descendant of King David, and their arrival does not necessarily involve miracles or changes in natural laws. The Messianic era can unfold through natural events, such as the gathering of Jewish exiles back to their homeland, which has been occurring over the past century. It is an ongoing process guided by divine providence. Additionally, there is an expectation and obligation to actively work towards making the world a better place while maintaining a sense of optimism rooted in the belief that God's purpose will ultimately be fulfilled.